Just to follow up with a story that illustrates the notion of grunge being the death of metal. If anyone is offended by the "B" word, please overlook this story.
It's about the famous feud between Kurt and Axl Rose, whom Kurt had publicly described as "pathetic and untalented". Nirvana had refused to play with Guns 'n' Roses repeatedly until they found themselves sharing the bill during the time they were expecting Frances Bean. They all met backstage and Courtney, in typical style, began to mock Axl in front of the others.
"Hey Axl, you wanna be godfather to our baby?"
Axl turns to Kurt and threatens, "Shut up your ***** or I'll slap you to the pavement."
Kurt turns to Courtney, deepens his voice and says, "Shut up, *****.".
Much howling and rolling on the floor from the Nirvana entourage.
What a genius reply. I suppose he had some practice growing up with bullies, as I've heard some other classics stories about his wit and guile under fire.
